Lot 32
  • 32

Schrank, Franz von Paula von.

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • Plantae rariores horti academici Monacensis. Munich: Venditur in Instituto lithographico Scholae festivalis, 1817
  • paper
First edition, 6 fascicles only (of 10, comprising 2-5 and 8-9), folio (535 x 430mm.), 60 hand-coloured lithographed plates, fascicle 5 including title-page to vol.1, original printed wrappers, [Nissen BBI 1804; Stafleu TL2 11.120], some slight fraying, plate 31 spotted on image

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

Schrank was the director of the Munich Botanical Garden, whose new and rare species are celebrated here.